This completely natural moss substrate for amphibians and wetland environment reptiles. Great for use in humid terrariums and excellent for use as an egg-laying and incubation medium for a variety of reptiles.
Zoo Med’s NEW Tropical Bioblend is the perfect substrate for your Tropical Bioactive Terrarium. Let’s break down what’s in it:
The ReptiSoil™ base combines humus, peat moss, sand and carbon to provide a living space for your “Clean-Up-Crew” to thrive in while also providing nutrients to your plants.
Also added to this substrate blend is ReptiBark®. These small chips of Fir Tree bark provide drainage and aeration for the soil and prevents compaction making sure that your invertebrates can move about the substrate.
Lastly, Sphagnum Moss is added to retain moisture and boost the humidity of your tropical terrarium. Sphagnum moss will also resist decay making this substrate long lasting.
WHAT IS BIOACTIVE?
The term “bioactive” is used to describe a miniature ecosystem created in a terrarium or vivarium. In a functional bioactive habitat, small invertebrates (aka: Clean-up Crew) break down waste from your pet to make nutrients available for live plants to consume. This incredible living network forms a balance that can reduce the maintenance of your habitat while enhancing its look. The right substrate mix is critical to a successful bioactive habitat as it will be where your “Clean-Up Crew” will do their part to convert waste and where plants will root to take up the excess nutrients.
A Special Blend of Humus, Peat Moss, Sand, and Carbon
Create bioactive terrariums and tropical set-ups.
Contains coconut carbon to provide a porous surface for beneficial bacteria to colonize and reduce persistent odours.
Use in Naturalistic Terrariums® and paludariums with tropical lizards, amphibians, box turtles, hermit crabs, tarantulas, and other invertebrates.
Burrowing and egg laying substrate allows for natural behaviours.
Suitable for plants creating a bioactive terrarium may maintain long-term plant life.
Summit Coco Chunks are an economic solution when you have lots of displays or terrariums that need frequent cleaning. Coco Chunks help maintain humity, provide naturalistic look and feel, are mould resistant, and are easy to clean.
Rinse before use.
Summit Coco Fibre Soil is an economic solution when you have lots of displays or terrariums that need frequent cleaning. Coco Fibre Soil helps maintain humity, provide naturalistic look and feel, is mould resistant, encourages natural digging/burrowing behaviour, and is easy to clean.
Fluval Mopani Dirftwood is a finely crafted ornament designed to provide a natural and realistic element to your aquarium. It also adds a slight tint to water, creating more natural-looking water conditions.
The wood is thoroughly cleaned to eliminate all extraneous material, ensuring safe use in aquariums and terrariums.
Key Features :
Root wood ornament
Creates a natural look for your aquarium
Adds a slight tint to water, creating more natural-looking water conditions
Provides safe haven for fish
Feller Stone brings the best of the world to you! They have carefully selected a wide selection of decorative stone, rocks and driftwood that will satisfy the aquascaping needs of both beginner and experienced hobbyists. Feller Stone's full line is all-natural and non-toxic. Great for decorating freshwater and saltwater aquariums, and reptile terrariums. Sold by the pound.
**When ordering online, it is best to go with at least 5 lbs or more to allow for a decent sized stone to be selected or multiple smaller stones, depending what is available!
Natural Grapewood
Add graceful movement and natural character to your aquarium or terrarium with Natural Grapewood. Known for its curling branches, smooth barkless finish, and pale natural tones, grapewood creates a distinctive hardscape that works beautifully in both naturalistic and minimalist displays.
Its lightweight, branching structure makes it easy to position when building aquarium layouts, terrariums, paludariums, or other planted habitats. The twisted branches can provide shelter and cover for small fish, shrimp, and other inhabitants, while the textured surface offers additional area for biofilm and beneficial bacteria to develop in aquatic environments.
Grapewood is also well suited for attaching mosses, epiphytic plants, or other décor to create a more established and natural-looking display.
Key Features
Natural grapewood with graceful, curling branches
Smooth barkless finish with pale natural colour tones
Lightweight and easy to position
Provides shelter and cover for small fish and invertebrates
Offers surface area for biofilm and beneficial bacteria
Great for shrimp tanks and planted aquariums
Ideal for aquascaping, terrariums, and paludariums
Can be used for attaching mosses and suitable plants
Works well in naturalistic and minimalist designs
Each piece is naturally unique
Please Note: As this is a natural product, shape, size, colour, and texture will vary between pieces. Natural wood may initially float and can require soaking or weighting until fully waterlogged.
This completely natural moss substrate for amphibians and wetland environment reptiles. Great for use in humid terrariums and excellent for use as an egg-laying and incubation medium for a variety of reptiles.
This completely natural moss substrate for amphibians and wetland environment reptiles. Great for use in humid terrariums and excellent for use as an egg-laying and incubation medium for a variety of reptiles.
Zoo Med's innovative Eco Earth Coconut Chips are a naturally derived coconut coir substrate crafted from an environmentally conscious, replenishable source. This material boasts exceptional absorbency, capable of holding up to 8 times its dry weight in water.
Its unique moisture retention properties facilitate a gradual release, establishing an ideal humid, tropical ambiance that suits a diverse array of reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. Not only does this substrate excel as a standalone choice for species that thrive in high humidity, but it also shines in creating humid microclimates and proves invaluable in bioactive setups.
When incorporated into a bioactive soil blend, the coarse texture enhances aeration, resists compaction, and promotes drainage; essential elements fostering flourishing plant life and the well-being of cleanup crews. Distinguished by its enduring quality and inherent resistance to mold, Coconut Chips eliminate the need for frequent replacements. Plus, once its tenure is complete, this product gracefully transitions into a sustainable cycle.
Safely compostable, it finds a second life enriching potted plants or nurturing gardens, ensuring a harmonious balance between pet care and environmental responsibility.
Fluval Mopani Dirftwood is a finely crafted ornament designed to provide a natural and realistic element to your aquarium. It also adds a slight tint to water, creating more natural-looking water conditions.
The wood is thoroughly cleaned to eliminate all extraneous material, ensuring safe use in aquariums and terrariums.
Key Features :
Root wood ornament
Creates a natural look for your aquarium
Adds a slight tint to water, creating more natural-looking water conditions
Provides safe haven for fish
